Senior Project Manager / Business Developer – Market Research (Brussels)
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER / BUSINESS DEVELOPER – Market Research
WHAT WE LOOK FOR:
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER / BUSINESS DEVELOPER – Market Research focused on the development of our EU based international market research practice.
The successful candidate will help to develop the following three areas:
- Developing and managing market research work in EU calls for tender/proposal carried out by our Brussels based public policy team;
- Developing VVA’s presence in additional EU tenders / calls that are focused on market research activities of qualitative and / or quantitative nature;
- Support the development of our market research business at a European / Global level outside EU calls for tender / proposal (e.g. international organisations, national administrations, private sector);
To do this, the candidate will:
- Work closely with the partners of our existing market research practice in Milan to define our international value proposition in the field of market research;
- Support the company in the development and management of international market research projects, in cooperation with the team of qualitative and quantitative researchers in Milan and Brussels;
- Contribute to the delivery of all aspects of our market research projects including:
Designing and implementing project level data search and collection strategies (desk research and statistical data, surveys, interviews, case studies, focus groups, …);
- Independent drafting of reports and proposals;
- Relations with client, partner and stakeholders;
- Leading projects and coordinating staff including briefing, reviewing and coaching;
- Meeting project deadlines and ensuring high quality contributions.
WHAT WE NEED:
- Proven experience (5+ years) in a project management / business development role with demonstrated experience of integrating market research into client projects;
- Fluent (written & spoken) English;
- Great analytical skills and ability to make the results of the analysis relevant to clients;
- Experience with designing, leading and implementing stakeholder consultation and engagement strategies;
- Strong managerial and organizational skills especially in the context of collaborative team work;
- Brilliant communication and conflict resolution skills in a multi-national context;
- Strong self-motivation and independence;
- An MSc in statistics, economics, or a related field;
- A demonstrated interest in EU public policy;
- Italian language skills.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Excellent opportunities for professional development with high levels of autonomy and room for growth;
- A competitive remuneration package;
- A very dynamic and exciting work environment;
The position is based in Brussels with regular travel to Milan.
Only pre-selected participants will be contacted and invited for interviews. Interviews will be held by phone, in Brussels and/or in Milan in February and March.
If you are interested in this position, please provide your CV and a 1-page cover letter outlining why you are suited for the job, to recruitment_marketresearch@vva.it
Please Don’t forget to mention “BUSINESS DEVELOPER MR” when applying.